“All Police officers should have their name tags. All of us on the high table have our names apart from the undercover among us so it’s not our standard.” — IGP Tunji Disu says. pic.twitter.com/5ANBTATs5X
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The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has called for greater transparency and structural reforms within Nigeria’s policing system, emphasizing the need for accountability and public trust.
Speaking during a meeting with senior officers in Abuja, Disu directed that all police personnel must wear visible name tags while on duty.
He noted that the absence of proper identification among some operatives falls below expected standards and undermines confidence in the force.
The police chief also reiterated his support for the establishment of state policing, revealing that comprehensive comparative analyses have already been conducted and submitted to the National Assembly for consideration.
Addressing the issue of an alleged extrajudicial killing in Delta State, Disu described the incident as unlawful and a clear violation of professional standards.
He assured that those found responsible would be held accountable in line with the law.
In a related development, the Inspector-General announced a restructuring of the police anti-crime framework, including the creation of a new formation known as the Violent Crime Response Unit.
The unit is set to replace the existing Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams as part of broader efforts to enhance operational efficiency and oversight.
